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Ultra Probiotic Formula
Garden of Life Primal Defense
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(2022 ratings)
Iron 2 mg
Score 10.0
A probiotic and mineral supplement with negligible iron content, unsuitable for addressing iron deficiency or related health goals.
Quantity: 180 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (180 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Energy
Productivity Boost
Hair Health
Mood Support
leaderboard Score 10.0
A probiotic and mineral supplement with negligible iron content, unsuitable for addressing iron deficiency or related health goals.
The Garden of Life Primal Defense Ultra Probiotic Formula is primarily designed as a probiotic and mineral supplement, not a dedicated iron supplement. The iron content of 2mg is significantly below the daily recommended allowance for most adults and is completely inadequate for addressing any form of iron deficiency. While probiotics support gut health, which can indirectly influence overall nutrient absorption, this product does not provide a meaningful contribution to iron status or associated symptoms like fatigue, low productivity, poor hair health, or mood swings if they are iron-related.
- Contains a probiotic blend for gut health
- Includes ionic plant-based minerals
- Extremely low iron content (2mg) for stated goals
- High price per serving for its iron contribution
- Misleading as an iron supplement
- Do not rely on this product for iron supplementation or to treat iron deficiency.
$68.66($0.38 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 68.66 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Iron | 2 mg |
| HSO Probiotic Blend | 410 mg |
| Ionic plant based minerals | 290 mg |
Categories
Iron 10.0
Despite being in an 'Iron' collection, the product offers a negligible amount of iron (2mg) which is insufficient for addressing typical iron needs or deficiencies. It's not a suitable option for anyone specifically seeking to supplement their iron intake.
Goals
Energy 10.0
The 2mg iron content is far too low to significantly impact iron stores or alleviate symptoms of iron deficiency like fatigue. Energy benefits from this product would stem from general wellness or gut health, not iron repletion.
Productivity Boost 10.0
Iron deficiency can lead to reduced cognitive function, but 2mg of iron is insufficient to correct this. This product provides no significant boost to productivity from an iron perspective.
Hair Health 10.0
Hair loss and thinning can be linked to iron deficiency. However, the negligible iron dosage in this product makes it ineffective for improving hair health through iron repletion.
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